

Designing with love, purpose, and heart.
This show explores instructional design, e-learning, and how to incorporate AI technology into different aspects of the field.
Tune in for expert tips, real-world insights, and inspiring stories from students, alumni, and leaders in the field.
Ever wondered how a teacher’s instincts translate into real business value? We sit down with Jessica Smith, a former secondary Spanish teacher turned corporate instructional designer at ADP, to unpack the exact moves that mak...
AI can generate outlines, quizzes, and scripts in minutes, but that doesn’t mean your learners will do the right thing on Monday. We zoom out to see what AI is really changing in instructional design and what remains stubborn...
Autonomy isn’t about handing learners the wheel and hoping for the best. We explore how freedom becomes fuel—when it’s matched to the stakes, the setting, and the supports. With guest Hamza Sami, we compare college courses wh...
Switching industries shouldn’t feel like starting over. We walk through a Career GPS for instructional designers that turns uncertainty into a plan: define your core strengths, translate your experience into the right industr...
In the ever-evolving landscape of corporate training, professionals with backgrounds in education are finding their expertise in instructional design to be invaluable. In episode 108 of the Designing with Love podcast, Jackie speaks with Jessica Smi…
As technology evolves, educators and instructional designers face new challenges and opportunities. One significant change is the rise of AI in content generation and instructional design. In this post, we’ll explore how AI is transforming the…
In the rapidly evolving landscape of education and corporate training, understanding the nuances of autonomy for adult learners is crucial. In Episode 106 of the Designing with Love podcast, Jackie and her guest, Hamza Sami, dive deep into the conce…

Award-Winning Instructional Designer, College Professor, Consultant, and Podcast Host
Jackie, an Arizona native, leverages decades of experience as an award-winning instructional designer within both higher education and the corporate world. She holds an MBA and a Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology, both acquired through online learning. In addition to her full-time role, Jackie serves as an award-winning adjunct instructor, teaching online courses at Grand Canyon University. During her leisure time, she delights in reading books across a range of genres, enjoying movies and TV shows, playing games, listening to uplifting music, and spending quality time with her family and friends.